Blechexpo opened its doors on 26 October, STOPA is again presenting exciting innovations in intralogistics – this year at Stand 1305 in Hall 1. In line with the motto “AUTOMATION WITHIN”, STOPA showcase its role as a trailblazer in hyperautomation of storage logistics. The focus is on four technical highlights.
Visitors get to see STOPA’s new automatic incoming goods station live and in action. Its plungers align sheet material fully automatically and gently, saving a considerable amount of work. Thanks to automation, the delivery and alignment processes are separated from the storage process, which is completed fully automatically. The time savings amount to approx. 2 to 3 minutes per pallet, which in the course of the day can significantly add up.
STOPA’s fully automated turning unit provides an intermediate step in production by clamping cut-to-size material and turning it by 180°. The machine is directly connected to the storage system for fully automatic storage and retrieval. After turning a workpiece, the machine brings it back to the storage facility where it is available for further production.
The STOPA tilt-and-lift station (KAS) provides a means of dispensing individual tubes and bars in lengths of up to 6.5 m or up to 8.1 m (with conveyor 9.2 m), permitting a fully automatic supply to metalworking machines. The result is a considerable gain in efficiency, as automation ensures a smooth workflow.
Finally, STOPA is displaying its ECO PLUS system. New modules can be added to the system as needed to meet market demand and enable future growth. The storage system is based on the push/pull principle. The control unit can be augmented at any time with warehouse management software and connected to an ERP system. STOPA’s experts will be on hand at the trade fair stand – a perfect opportunity to learn about the capabilities of the software.
These high-performance systems from STOPA significantly boost efficiency by fully automating the processes between incoming goods station, storage facility and metalworking machines.
